1982 Bitter SC vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Bitter SC | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
Make | Bitter | Dodge |
Model | SC | Coronet |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2980 mm |